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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1957
Page
4
A brief reflective note from the Winchester Star speaks of messages found in stones and books and the nascent understanding of celestial signs, inviting contemplation beyond routine news and routine sermons.
The article discusses congressional inquiry into firms delaying income tax withholdings to use as interest-free funds. Soaring rates and a record borrow needed by the Treasury pressure higher debt costs. Congress seeks orderly debt reduction, but no feasible alternative has emerged.
Harvard University President Nathan Pusey argues in a recent address that higher education moved from sectarian ties to a non religious era in the past century and now faces a gradual return to religion. He notes more favorable climate and greater tolerance for religious discourse on campuses.
Mr. Pusey argues universities should recognize an indestructible minimum of faith essential to life. He believes advocates of religion in universities call for gratitude study and learning from deep explorations of faith. His leadership at Harvard sparked renewed religious interest and may mark a major mid-century movement.
A digest highlights the day’s most engaging editorials from the 40 papers received. Readers gain concise commentary spanning politics society and culture as voices from multiple regions weigh in on current issues.
The piece laments fading freckles from youth and fashion as sun exposure and culture shift. It recalls rural beauty lore, buttermilk cures, and sun kissed noses, noting the rare but cherished freckles that once paired with red hair and hazel eyes. It ends with a call for freckles to return in June.
The article notes that no government relying on purges can claim broad support. In Hungary and Poland outside observers see clear strain in the Communist regimes. Romania and Bulgaria also show signs of indecision and unrest.
A New Yorker marrying a millionaire bride prompts a friend’s toast. The groom quips that he is not rich in his own right but “dependently wealthy,” highlighting the nuance of wealth tied to another’s assets.
Thirty four firefighters were hospitalized and a hundred others overcome after a unicorn fire at a Cambridge Maas chemical factory that made balloons. Dr. William Schenck, out due to illness, has closed his dental practice. Sheriff DeHaven appointed J. Henry Renner as deputy sheriff and jailor. Miss Nettle Carbough of Stephens City is spending days at Rehovot Beach. Six home runs powered a Catholic softball win 18 2 over Cork Street Christians. Gen Chiang Kai-shek leadership welcomed Gov Roosevelt and guests in Albany. Misses Charlotte and Elizabeth Jones visited Alexandria with Mr and Mrs John J Kiger.
In China the Nanking regime signs a controversial treaty as political tensions rise around leadership changes and regional uprisings. Immediate reactions from foreign observers underscore uncertain prospects for peace and stability.
An August 7 event at White Post features The Deestrick Skule and other plays under Methodist management. Admission 16 and 20 cents. The troupe includes notable local performers. Mrs. William C. Marshall and family travel to join Mrs. Gratton Crawford in Kernstown while others camp in the Blue Ridge near Front Royal. Mr. B P Gruyer reports a record hay harvest in Hellance with 20 acres yielding 66 tons of timothy and clover hay.
In an American Bar Association address Senator Javits urges lawyers to defend the Court against criticism while noting Congress can curb or reverse Supreme Court rulings. The Bar Association president also critiques “unbridled ranting” over Court decisions, stressing that dissenters often challenge the majority. The piece argues the Court is not above critique and cites past split rulings on military courts and licensing.
The National Coal Association estimates bituminous production for the week ending August 3 at about 9,695,000 tons, down from 10,120,000 tons the prior week. The 1956 week total was 9,205,000 tons, and January 1 to August 3 output is about 289,466,000 tons versus 289,864,000 a year earlier.
In summer care, Dr Herman N Bundesen warns of summer complaint or dysentery from food poisoning. Contaminated foods include milk ham poultry and bakery items with staphylococcus risk from improper refrigeration. He urges proper prep for salads and spreads and staying in bed with fluids if illness strikes. An asthma Q A clarifies that air travel is generally safe without heart failure.
The text reflects on humanity's lifelong awe of death and the afterlife. It compares modern reverence for what lies beyond with ancient practices of tombs and enduring beliefs that death leads to an eternal, divine realm as described in biblical language.
Puzzle style quiz claims daily scoring bands Memory Genius Very Superior Excellent Good with ten questions per day. Questions cover dance history Newgate Prison Bible Hull House founder Sacred Cow farthingale meanings Jenkins accuracy two English rulers college names slang usage and a Dickens quote interpreting speaker identity.
A newly discovered comet blazes across the heavens visible to the naked eye in the northeast. It was found Aug 2 by Czech astronomer Mikos, with Dr. Franklin Branley of the Hayden Planetarium noting its position below the pointers of the Big Dipper. Providence observer Prof. Charles Smiley observed the bright comet last night and said its size allows naked eye viewing.
Caring reminder urges owners to provide ample fresh water for pets during heat waves and hot days to prevent dehydration and distress.
Dr. Crane explains smoking as a muscle habit linked to nervous tension and offers quick quit methods. He urges an immediate, total break and public vow, plus practical in-pocket substitutions like gum and a squeezable napkin to relieve urges.
The House and Senate advance civil rights measures with a two year commission and a new Justice Department civil rights division. Debates hinge on jury trials for criminal contempt and federal judge powers, with Eisenhower seeking veto risk and potential compromise to avoid no law this year.
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